Redmi 8 vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Redmi 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $140 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 23/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 193,115); the Vivo X300 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 8 doesn't; the Redmi 8 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 8
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Redmi 8 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $950
- Better portability (52/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 8 vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 68 points higher (91/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 8 — 22/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (99/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (96/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 8 | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $140 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 8
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 8
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 8 and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Redmi 8 by 95.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $810. Redmi 8 was $810 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (99/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (96/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 by 68 points (91/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 8 and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Redmi 8 has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 8 or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 8 over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.